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Restaurant Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $55,000.00 - $64,600.00
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Benefits

competitive base salary
quarterly bonus eligibility
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
voluntary benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid vacation
Dining Discounts

Job Description

Red Lobster is a well-established American casual dining restaurant chain specializing in fresh seafood and signature dishes. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and dedication to high-quality dining experiences, Red Lobster has been a favorite destination for seafood lovers for decades. The brand prides itself on consistently delivering great food, excellent service, and a family-friendly ambiance across its numerous locations. With a strong reputation in the restaurant industry, Red Lobster focuses on customer satisfaction and employee growth, making it an attractive workplace for hospitality professionals seeking career advancement.

The role of Restaurant Manager at Red Lobster is an exciting leadership opportunity for those passionate about the foodservice industry and keen to drive operational excellence. This position involves overseeing all aspects of the restaurant’s daily operations, ensuring the delivery of exceptional seafood and beverage service to guests. The Restaurant Manager plays a pivotal role in creating an inviting, fun, and safe environment for team members while fostering a culture of development and teamwork. Responsibilities include hiring, training, coaching, and inspiring staff to perform at their best, which ultimately reflects in the quality of service and guest satisfaction.

Red Lobster places great emphasis on leadership development and career growth, offering comprehensive in-restaurant training programs and continuous education initiatives. New Restaurant Managers benefit from individualized development plans and mentorship to accelerate their career progression within the company. Working hours for this role typically fall between 11 a.m. and 11 p.m., providing balance and flexibility to support a healthy work-life integration. Furthermore, Red Lobster offers competitive salary packages ranging from $55,000 to $64,600 annually, enhanced with bonus opportunities and a robust benefits program.

As a Restaurant Manager at Red Lobster, you will be at the forefront of driving sales performance, ensuring compliance with employment policies, managing team member performance, and maintaining a clean, safe environment aligned with safe food handling standards. This role requires strong leadership skills, a commitment to guest service excellence, and the ability to select and nurture top talent. Joining Red Lobster means being part of a company that values its people and invests heavily in their professional and personal growth, making it a rewarding career choice for motivated individuals.

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • 1+ years management or supervisory experience in restaurant, hotel, retail or general business required
  • 2+ years casual dining or full-service restaurant management experience preferred
  • ServSafe, local and state certifications or the ability to obtain required
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job Qualifications

  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • 1+ years management or supervisory experience in restaurant, hotel, retail or general business required
  • 2+ years casual dining or full-service restaurant management experience preferred
  • ServSafe, local and state certifications or the ability to obtain required
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job Duties

  • Driving sales and guest satisfaction
  • Creating a FUN safe environment for team members to develop
  • Ensuring compliance with all employment policies
  • Managing performance of team members, including conducting performance evaluations, training, coaching, and discipline
  • Selecting top talent to add to our winning team
  • Understanding, and practicing safe food handling procedures while maintaining a clean and safe environment for guests at all times

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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